The Critic Reboot "More Likely Than Not," Says Creator Al Jean
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Tom Chang
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Summary
The Critic creator Al Jean discusses the strong possibility of a reboot for the cult classic animated series. Along with co-creator Mike Reiss, star Jon Lovitz, and actor Jesse Eisenberg (who would voice a new character), Jean explains why a revival is "more likely than not." The article notes how many other Fox animated shows like King of the Hill, Futurama, and Family Guy have successfully returned, making The Critic's absence from the revival trend surprising. The team is optimistic about bringing the show back, with Eisenberg potentially joining the cast.
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Given how many Fox animated shows have either sustained longevity... or ended their run but somehow returned... it's kind of a headscratcher how the cult classic series The Critic hasn't made a similar return.
The Critic creator Al Jean (The Simpsons) explained why he, Mike Reiss, Jesse Eisenberg, and star Jon Lovitz are optimistic about a reboot.
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